The proposed bill, SB1560, amends existing Arizona law regarding noncertificated school personnel by introducing stricter requirements for those who have faced disciplinary actions in other jurisdictions. Specifically, it mandates that noncertificated individuals who have been disciplined for immoral or unprofessional conduct must complete the disciplinary process in the jurisdiction where the action occurred before they can be employed by an Arizona school district or charter school. Additionally, the State Board of Education (SBE) is granted the authority to suspend or revoke a noncertificated person's ability to work in Arizona if they have been suspended or revoked in another jurisdiction.

Furthermore, the bill expands the definition of a noncertificated person to include current or prospective employees of school districts or charter schools. It also clarifies the SBE's powers to act on notifications of suspensions or revocations from other jurisdictions, ensuring that any actions taken in Arizona align with the disciplinary measures imposed elsewhere. The bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining professional standards in education by ensuring that individuals with a history of misconduct are held accountable before being allowed to work in Arizona's educational institutions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-505, 15-534.04, 15-203, 15-550, 15-513
Senate Engrossed Version: 15-505, 15-534.04, 15-203, 15-550, 15-513
Chaptered Version: 15-505, 15-534.04, 15-203, 15-550, 15-513